IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR

0x0000000A IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL

Cause: A buggy device driver is using improper memory addresses. Other possible causes of this error include incompatible device drivers, hardware issues and incompatible software. Whilst a Stop 0x0000000A error can indicate intermittent hardware problems, the cause is more likely to be a driver issue.

Resolution: A number of ways to approach solving this problem are listed below. It is recommended that you read each method first and choose the one that makes most sense to your understanding of the cause.

Method 1: If the stop message identifies the driver by name then you can try to disable the driver in Device Manager [Control Panel\System and Security\Device Manager].

Method 2: If you have recently added new hardware, remove it.

Method 3: Remove all non-essential hardware such as add-on video and network cards.

Method 4: Use msconfig to perform a clean boot with a minimal set of drivers and start-up programs then selectively enable drivers and programs.

Once you have isolated the driver causing the problem, contact the manufacturer for an update.